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Bryan Heart: Welcome, Dr. Um
Welcome, Dr. Um
Vascular surgeon Andrea Um, MD, of Bryan Heart grew up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and attributes her interest in medicine to her mother, a physician’s assistant in vascular surgery.
Dr. Um did her undergraduate work at Augustana College in Sioux Falls, and earned her medical degree at the University of South Dakota Sandford School of Medicine. Following graduation in 2017, she completed a vascular surgery-integrated specialty program residency at the University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics in Madison.
Dr. Um was drawn to vascular surgery because it is a continually evolving field.
“Depending on the problem, there can be multiple ways to address vascular disease from a procedural and surgical standpoint with open, endo and hybrid techniques that allow us to provide each patient the best option for their need. In addition, I like the thought process and case planning involved,” she says.
Dr. Um compares her relationship with her patients to a journey, "where I get to help them make the right choices for their health. I see myself as their partner and cheerleader.”
She's pleased to be part of the Bryan Heart team and says, “There was a good vibe when I interviewed here. It seems like a good organization with friendly people, and it felt like the right fit for me.”
Dr. Um adds, “I have lived in the Midwest my whole life, between South Dakota and Wisconsin, so Lincoln feels like home. People are genuine and hard-working, and the weather is a little warmer.”
Dr. Um has been married for five years to her husband Jung, who is originally from South Korea. The couple met at a Bible study while Dr. Um was in medical school.
When she isn’t working, she enjoys cooking, exercising, reading and spending time with Jung and their chocolate lab, Kiri. The couple appreciate the outdoors and like to hike, camp and visit state and national parks. n
To watch an introductory video about Dr. Andrea Um, go to bryanhealth.org/DrUm.
